* "After the delicious dinner, we all chipped in to wash the dishes." (This uses "dishes" in its most common sense, referring to plates, bowls, etc.)
* "The chef presented a dazzling array of dishes, each more enticing than the last." (This uses "dishes" to refer to the food items themselves.)
* "The china dishes in her grandmother's collection were a priceless treasure." (This highlights the specific type of dishes.)
* "He was known for his culinary skills, and his dishes were always a hit." (This emphasizes the quality of the food.)
You can choose the sentence that best fits the context of your writing.